Lobolobo
Rinorea laevigata

Family: Violaceae

What it is like

A shrub or tree. The crown is dense and spreading. It grows 15 m tall.

Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Brazil, South America

How it is used for food

The leaves are cooked and eaten.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Alsodeia physiphora R. Br.; Physiphora laevigata Sol. ex Ging.; Rinorea castaneifolia (A. St.-Hil.) Baill.; Rinorea physiphora Baill.; Rinorea physiphora (Mart.) Kuntze;